C18 He Killed!

"Retreat quickly!"

Yan Hui's face tensed as he sensed the horrifying energy emanating from the black sphere, urging with urgency.

Though the sphere posed no threat to him, it wouldn't be much of a challenge to use it against Su Li, who was merely at the mid-stage of the Oceanic Wheel.

Yan Hui couldn't bear the thought of Su Li being killed so easily.

After all, he had already made an enemy of the Trembleglades for Su Li's sake.

If Zhao Tuo were to kill Su Li now, Yan Hui would be beyond consolation.

Thus, he was determined to rescue Su Li at any cost.

"No need to worry."

Su Li gestured to Yan Hui to remain calm.

Having lived two lifetimes, Su Li was not about to be fooled by Zhao Tuo's petty tricks.

Even without preparation, it would be impossible for Zhao Tuo to succeed in killing him with the black sphere.

That was because, when Su Li had stepped on Zhao Tuo's chest earlier, he had stealthily infused a stream of soul force into Zhao Tuo's body.

Now, as Zhao Tuo caused a disturbance, it was the ideal moment to trigger that soul force.

With a mere thought, the soul force concealed within Zhao Tuo detonated.

Following immediately, Zhao Tuo's head burst open in a gruesome display, scattering blood and flesh.

The black sphere, no longer under Zhao Tuo's control, plummeted from the sky towards the ground.

With swift reflexes, Su Li caught it firmly in his hand.

The Tian Kui Pill!

This was a potent poison crafted exclusively by the Trembleglades.

There were four tiers of the Tian Kui Pill.

The Low-Grade Tian Kui Pill could poison a martial artist in the Body Tempering Realm.

The Middle-Grade Tian Kui Pill was lethal to those in the Oceanic Wheel Realm.

The High-Grade Tian Kui Pill could take down a warrior of the Celestial River Realm.

And the Top-Grade Tian Kui Pill had the power to kill even a Mystic Insight Realm master!

Examining the Tian Kui Pill in his hand, Su Li noticed a thin white coating on its surface, designed to prevent friendly fire.

His soul force penetrated the pill's surface, obliterating the remnants of Zhao Tuo's soul force.

Then, Su Li infused his own soul force into the white substance, ensuring his control over the potent weapon.

At that moment, the Middle-Grade Sky Sunflower Pill became Su Li's prize.

Having secured the Sky Sunflower Pill, Su Li began to rummage through Zhao Tuo's belongings.

"Poor guy."

After a short time, Su Li withdrew his hand, unable to suppress a complaint.

He had managed to find only two third-grade pills on Zhao Tuo.

Nothing else of value was uncovered.

The sound of shuffling feet filled the air.

Su Li quickly made his way to the Ghost Swordsman and began his search.

In comparison, the Ghost Swordsman had considerably more to offer.

He carried five third-grade pills and even one fourth-grade pill.

Given that the Ghost Swordsman's cultivation was at the peak of the Oceanic Wheel Realm, he likely had the fourth-grade pill to attempt a breakthrough to the Celestial River Realm.

After collecting the items from the Ghost Swordsman, Su Li moved on to Lan'er, squatting down to continue his search.

The warriors around them stood frozen, holding their breath, too afraid to utter a word.

Tan Qing of the royal family, the heads of the three major clans, Su He who had defected from the Su Family, and even the controlled Crown Prince Yang Qian, all shivered with apprehension.

Su Li had the audacity to slay both Lan'er and Zhao Tuo of the Trembleglades; it was clear that any sign of resistance from them would be met with swift retribution.

At this juncture, Mo Wentian was likely the most astounded of all the onlookers.

The Imperial Family was oblivious to the fact that Mo Ling carried the mystic scroll, but Mo Wentian was well aware.

"I must inform the Patriarch at once!"

Mo Wentian's gaze darted around as he plotted his next move.

The majority of the Imperial and Mo Family's powerhouses were in Ouismouth.

Should Su Li deliver the scroll to Ouismouth and discreetly pass it to the Coldhammers' Pavilion Master, the consequences would be dire.

It was conceivable that the strongest members of the Imperial and Mo Families would suffer a devastating blow!

Hence, Mo Wentian was determined to warn the Mo Family Patriarch to avert any unforeseen calamities.

"Good!"

Su Li paid no mind to Mo Wentian.

On Lan'er, he found ten third-grade pills, two fourth-grade pills, and even a top-tier Heavenly Sunflower Pill.

A mid-grade Heavenly Sunflower Pill could prove lethal to a warrior of the Oceanic Wheel Realm, while even a warrior from the Celestial River Realm wouldn't be entirely confident in withstanding a high-grade Heavenly Sunflower Pill.

"Um, Young Hero Su, could you possibly release the Crown Prince?"

After much deliberation, Tan Qing finally mustered the courage to speak, "The Crown Prince is still young and hasn't inflicted any harm upon the Su family. It's better to resolve enmities rather than to perpetuate them. Let's make peace, and henceforth, the royal family will never set foot in Suuton City again!"

"Su Li, release me, and I assure you that from this point forward, the Su family will rise to be the most prominent family in the Mollukya Empire!"

Yang Qian called out as well.

Su Li's brow furrowed slightly, seemingly pondering some issue.

Observing Su Li's contemplative look, Yang Qian sensed an opportunity and pressed on, "In time, once my father steps down, I will ascend as the ruler of the Mollukya Empire. At that juncture, I will appoint you as the Imperial Advisor!"

"Appoint me as the Imperial Advisor?"

A smirk appeared on Su Li's lips as he inquired, "And what might the status of the Mollukya Empire's Imperial Advisor be?"

Unaware of the sarcasm in Su Li's tone, Yang Qian declared confidently, "The Imperial Advisor is second only to the king, commanding respect from all others!"

"So you're saying that once I'm appointed as the Imperial Advisor, even your father would heed my commands?"

Su Li folded his arms across his chest, watching Yang Qian with an amused expression.

"That would mean... No, wait, how dare you!"

Yang Qian started to respond but quickly realized the implication and sternly retorted, "My father is still the sovereign of the Mollukya Empire. You have no right to show him disrespect!"

"Idiot, silence him."

Su Li rolled his eyes in exasperation.

He had encountered many a conceited individual, but none quite as deluded as Yang Qian. Here he was, a captive, yet still blustering with bravado. If Yang Qian didn't still have some value, Su Li would have long since ordered his execution rather than allowing this charade to continue.

"Very well!"

Su Li's hands sprang into action, delivering a series of sharp slaps to Yang Qian's cheeks.

It wasn't long before Yang Qian's face swelled up like a pig's.

"Wuwuwu!" he whimpered, unable to articulate words through his puffed cheeks.

At that moment, Yang Qian was filled with regret. He realized he had let his pride get the better of him. As a captive, he should have known better, especially since Su Li had just slain the Ghostblade, crushed Mo Ling, and obliterated Zhao Tuo of the Trembleglades.

He should have addressed Su Li with humility, not arrogance. But now, it was too late for words. All he could do was emit pitiful whimpers, unable to utter a single word.

Thud!

Witnessing Yang Qian's swollen face, Su He immediately dropped to his knees before Su Hai, pleading desperately, "Patriarch, I was foolish. It was all because of Mo Wentian's deception that I betrayed the Su Family. I beg you, grant me another chance!"

Su He was no fool. He understood the gravity of the situation and knew that appealing to Su Hai was wiser than appealing to Su Li. Su Li might be the strongest and most formidable member of the Su Family, but Su He was aware that only Su Hai might consider his past contributions to the family and spare his life.

"Li'er, how do you think we should handle this?" Su Hai asked, turning to Su Li with a questioning look.

"Kill him," Su Li responded, his voice devoid of emotion.

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